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  Why Laser Strikes Are Hazardous To Pilots

  In partnership with AOPA

  The FAA says that in 2021 it's received the highest number of unauthorized laser reports since 2016. Could you be next?

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 11/19/2022
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  How To Pick Up An IFR Clearance

  We've got you covered with how IFR clearances work, and even a video example.

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 11/12/2022
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  5 Fall Preflight Items To Watch Out For

  In partnership with Envoy

  Fall brings crisp, clear flying to pilots across the country. But before you go, watch out for these critical preflight items.

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 11/05/2022
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  How To Enter A Holding Pattern

  Fortunately, we have two tips you can use to make it easier.

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 11/03/2022

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  How Does An Attitude Indicator Work?

  In partnership with Republic

  Today we'll break down how an attitude indicator works, both for round-dial and glass cockpit flight decks.

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 11/01/2022
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  6 Skills To Help You Fly Through Complex Airspace

  Here are 6 easy-to-use tips to help you get more comfortable flying through it.

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 10/15/2022
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  4 Signs That Radiation Fog Is About To Form

  Here are the best ways to recognize the conditions that might get you stuck on the ground, or worse, in the air and diverting to another airport.

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 09/29/2022
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  5 Things You Should Know About WAAS

  In partnership with Envoy

  Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) is a way for you to receive a more accurate GPS signal onboard your plane for all types of navigation: departure, en route, and arrival.

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 09/10/2022
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  What Happens If You Lose Your Radios On An IFR Flight?

  Losing your radios on an IFR flight can result in complex decision making.

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 09/08/2022

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  7 METAR Codes You Only See In Summer

  In partnership with Envoy

  Each season of flying introduces new weather phenomenon, and with it, new acronyms.

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 08/23/2022
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  GPS vs. DME Distance For IFR Flying

  GPS and DME are two separate systems that calculate two different types of distance. GPS calculates your distance across the ground, while DME calculates slant range.

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 08/20/2022
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  6 Summer Cross-Country Factors To Consider Before Your Next Flight

  In partnership with Bose

  Are you prepared to make an off-field landing along your entire route of flight?

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 08/02/2022
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  5 Unusual Airspace Areas You Should Know For Your Checkride

  Airspace questions continue to be a sticky point on checkrides. Here are some lesser-known airspace areas you should be familiar with.

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 07/19/2022
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  8 Tips For Flying VFR In To Oshkosh 2022

  Check out the complete NOTICE for AirVenture 2022 here, and fly safe!

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 07/16/2022
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  8 Tips For Flying IFR In And Out Of Oshkosh 2022

  In order to fly into Oshkosh from Thursday, July 21 1200-2000 CDT, and Friday July 22 through Sunday, July 31, 2022 0700-2000 CDT, you'll need to make an IFR slot reservation. Arrival slot reservations are avaliable beginning Monday, July 18 at 1200CDT, but you won't be assigned until 72 hours before you plan to fly in/out.

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  • Nicolas Shelton
  • 07/16/2022